(From l-R) Orly Barcelango, Weljon Mindoro, Gerry Balmes

UNDEFEATED middleweight prospect Weljon Mindoro is open to the possibility of becoming part of the Philippine boxing team for the 33rd Southeast Asian Games.

The Philippines is officially hosting the 18th World Wushu Championships in 2027, which marks another major milestone for the country's growing reputation as a world-class sporting destination.

Reigning International Boxing Federation (IBF) minimumweight champion Pedro Taduran will put his crown on the line against unbeaten Cebuano contender Christian Balunan on October 26 at the San Andres Sports Complex in Manila, serving as the explosive prelude to the much-anticipated Thrilla in Manila 2 at the Araneta Coliseum on October 29.